There’s plenty of fun things happening in Greenwich this month – or as we should now call it, ‘GreenWitch’.
Explore Greenwich’s new Wicked trail
To mark the launch of the highly anticipated Wicked film, Greenwich has been renamed to ‘GreenWitch’ for the next two weeks in celebration of the film that is being released on November 22.
If you’re visiting this month you can pick up a free map from the Tourist Information Centre and walk through Greenwich, which has been decorated with Wicked-themed street signs and displays.
The trail begins at the Tourist Information Centre and on to the entrance to Greenwich Foot Tunnel, where you’ll see the newly erected ‘GreenWitch' plaque before continuing through GreenWitch from High Road and GreenWitch Picture House and finally to GreenWitch Market.
Take a walk through Greenwich Park to see autumn colour
Moving away from the colour green, Greenwich Park makes for the perfect autumn walk at this time of year to see the last of the autumn colour.
Head over to Greenwich Park where you can walk down lines of chestnut trees and oak trees brimming with vibrant autumnal colours.
Watch the Christmas lights being switched on at Greenwich Market
If you fancy a bit of Christmas cheer, head over to Greenwich on November 20, where you can watch the annual lantern parade and Christmas lights switch on in Greenwich Market.
The event will kick off at around 4pm with a parade around the Cutty Sark, followed by the lights turn on where Greenwich Market will be illuminated with Christmas lights.
Alongside the lights switch on, local traders, food vendors and artisans will also be selling their wares at the market, for locals to have a chance to shop for Christmas gifts.
Check out the free festive light trail at Charlton House
Continuing with Christmas, Charlton House will this year be playing host to the Royal Borough of Greenwich’s annual ‘Sparkle in the Park’ Christmas light trail.
Between November 28 to December 1, this 17th century house and gardens will be illuminated with magical light displays created by FESTIVAL.ORG.
The event will also be accompanied by festive performances from local schools and community choirs.
For visitors with additional needs or sensory disabilities, the event will also host a quiet hour session on December 1 from 4:30pm, where there will be reduced sounds, no flashing lights and a lower number of visitors.
Snap a photo of ‘Mars’ at The Painted Hall
If you love art and all things space, head over to Greenwich’s Painted Hall, where you can see Luke Jerram’s Mars installation.
This incredible seven-foot replica of Mars using NASA imagery will be in situ at this historic building from November 23 until January 28.
This will be accompanied by music composed by BAFTA-winning composer Dan Jones, along with clips from NASA missions to Mars.
The installation will be launched with a special Party Under Mars event on November 30, where guests can see the artwork after closing time with live DJ performances and a disco.
Tickets are priced at £16.50 for an adult, while children under 16 can attend with an adult for free, and tickets include admission to the Old Royal Naval College.
Kickstart the festive season with a Panto
Panto season is soon to kick off and Greenwich’s panto this year at Greenwich Theatre is Dick Whittington and his Cat, starring Samuel Bailey and Anthony Spargo.
Running from November 22 to January 5, this much-loved panto directed by James Haddrell follows Dick Wittington and his Cat as they seek their fortune in London.
Ticket prices are £32 - £34 for adults and £16.50 - £17.50 for children, along with restricted view seats at less than half price.
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